Morris Needs Poll Workers for November Election

Election officials are seeking county residents to help work the polls during this year’s General Election to be held November 4.

Poll workers receive $200 for the day and are required to be registered voters and have the ability read, write, and speak English.

Those who sign on to be a poll worker are required to complete a two-hour mandatory training class, which will be held in October. On Election Day, poll workers are required to be at his or her assigned location at 5:15 a.m. to prepare the polling place for a 6 a.m. opening. Polls remain opened until 8 p.m.

Morris County is looking for help in a handful of towns specifically, including Madison; Chatham Township; Chatham Borough; Florham Park; Mendham Township; Mendham Borough; and Long Hill Township.

Applications to become a poll worker can be found online here, or anyone with questions may call the Morris County Board of Elections at 973-285-8350.